Sue Singer Kaufman, Insurance Attorney in Farmington Hills, Michigan
Over 49 years of legal practice
Senior AttorneyatKaufman, Payton & Chapa
Farmington Hills, MI
Practicing insurance in Farmington Hills since 1977.
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Sue Singer Kaufman is a senior attorney based in Farmington Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sue has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kaufman, Payton & Chapa.
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- Handles Insurance matters from Farmington Hills, MI.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sue Singer Kaufman: Sue Singer Kaufman is a senior attorney based in Farmington Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sue has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kaufman, Payton & Chapa.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sue takes on
Sue concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sue handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Farmington Hills, Michigan
Sue takes insurance matters in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sue agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sue Singer Kaufman — insurance lawyer in Farmington Hills
Sue Singer Kaufman is a senior attorney based in Farmington Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sue has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kaufman, Payton & Chapa.
As a former member of Ford Motor Company's corporate legal team, Sue Kaufman brings a wealth of commercial and civil litigation experience to the firm. Since joining Kaufman and Payton, Kaufman has specialized in medical malpractice law, products liability and libel and slander issues.
She is a graduate of the University of Michigan, where she earned a B.A. in Journalism. She earned her J.D. from the University of Detroit School of Law.
Kaufman is a member of the State Bar of Michigan
Working with Sue on a insurance matter
As a former member of Ford Motor Company's corporate legal team, Sue Kaufman brings a wealth of commercial and civil litigation experience to the firm. Since joining Kaufman and Payton, Kaufman has specialized in medical malpractice law, products liability and libel and slander issues. She is a graduate of the University of Michigan, where she earned a B.A. in Journalism. She earned her J.D. from…
Who Sue represents
Sue reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Farmington Hills and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Detroit School of Law
J.D. · 1977
University of Michigan
B.A. Journalism · 1973
Jurisdictions
Sue's state bar admissions
Michigan
1977 · ACTIVE
Sue studied at J.D. in University of Detroit School of Law and B.A. Journalism in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Sue completed J.D. in University of Detroit School of Law and B.A. Journalism in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sue runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sue Singer Kaufman's office in Farmington Hills
Sue's primary office is at 200 Kaufman Financial Center, 30833 Northwestern Highway, Farmington Hills, MI, 48334-2582. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Kaufman, Payton & Chapa
200 Kaufman Financial Center, 30833 Northwestern Highway
Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2582
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How to hire Sue Singer Kaufman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sue usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sue charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sue's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sue will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Farmington Hills, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sue
Sue discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sue confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sue's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sue Singer Kaufman
How much does it cost to hire Sue for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sue walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sue offer a free consultation?
Sue charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sue's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Sue's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sue gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sue take my case if I'm outside Farmington Hills?
Sue is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sue will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Sue?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sue will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sue accepting new insurance clients right now?
Sue's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Farmington Hills, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
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